This position is responsible for operating and adjusting all process equipment [evenflows to discharge of pre-heater] for smooth and productive operations; monitors lineflow and waste; corrects problems which affect quality and production costs; and makes line changes as directed by the Production Lead or Team Leader. Owns equipment activity from Evenflows through Preheat. Effectively cleans and maintains Evenflows through Preheat. Fills, operates, and drains all water systems associated with processing equipment in a manner to maintain levels, maintain quality, maintain equipment integrity, and minimize total water usage. Implements changes to settings on all processing equipment, as specified by the supervisor, in such a manner to prevent problems with downstream equipment, keep line volume consistent, maintain product integrity and maximize recovery. This would include the Halo Vision System [optical sorter]. Utilizes process control system and maintain a feedback method with supervisors and maintenance to ensure systems function properly and maximize equipment and/or labor efficiency through automation. Controls all processing equipment to maintain sanitary conditions and coordinate/communicate line downtime activities with Sanitation Lead. Controls product waste systems to maintain sanitary conditions within the plant and maximize recovery. Starts, stops, and adjusts all processing equipment in sequence for: Cut changes, Equipment problems, Line downtime, Emergency situations, and Shutdowns. Uses process control system to monitor equipment efficiency and settings. Monitors product levels in evenflow bins to keep line volume consistent. Maintains blend rates to aid in achieving consistent finished quality. Monitors raw product quality. Monitors processing lab results and make/suggest changes to equipment and settings as needed. Obtains a waste sample for the bacti lab once a shift. Performs water quality/salinity checks on the PEF [pre-heater] and enter them into QA Process. Maintains constant communication with QA personnel, and Supervisor group. Understands the function and hazards of various cleaning chemicals, and must be able to perform various product testing procedures. Shovels product spills. Performs cleanups as assigned and other sanitation duties. Wears the required PPE. Completes CL’s, CIL’s, and FSIL’s. Performs other duties as assigned.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees